Every single man listening to this is familiar with discipline and has applied it (to varying degrees) in his life. We generally think of discipline as an overall good thing (and, I think it is) but it can often lead to bouts of frustration and unnecessary suffering if utilized incorrectly.
My guest today, Craig Ballantyne, makes the case that discipline, although, a powerful force for productivity comes with strings attached, and isn’t the end-all, save-all it’s often made out to be. Today, we talk about what true discipline is not, why chasing the wrong target is so common and what to do about it, what I call the “self-help hangover” and how to avoid it, why you should know the distinction between standards and expectations, and how to avoid what Craig calls, “The Doom Loop” in your life.
Craig Ballantyne is an entrepreneur, author, and high-performance coach known for his expertise in productivity and discipline. He first rose to prominence as a fitness expert and creator of the Turbulence Training program before transitioning into personal development with best-selling books like The Perfect Day Formula, Unstoppable, and his newest book, The Dark Side of Discipline.He is the founder of EarlyToRise.com, and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs to build successful businesses through structured habits and clear routines.
I’ve read so many books over the years that it’s become increasingly difficult to keep track of them all. And, with all the book recommendations I’ve given over the years, some of the best books on masculinity and manliness get lost in the clutter.
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